You can’t apply online if you’ve changed your name. Apply by post using form D1 for cars and motorbikes, or form D2 for lorries and buses. Get the forms from the DVLA form ordering service. Most Post Offices have D1 forms.

The photo for your licence

DVLA will use the photo on your UK digital passport.

You’ll need to send a photo by post if DVLA can’t use your digital passport photo, or if you don’t want them to use it. At the end of your online application a form will be posted to you so you can return it with your photo.

Driving before you get your new licence

You can drive while your licence is being renewed if you meet all the following conditions: